Pergamon

Although a minor player up to that point, Pergamon came to prominence during Alexander the Great’s Successors' struggle for control of his fragmented empire. When Seleucus was murdered shortly after killing Lysimachus, the lieutenant Philaeterus controlled the fortress city, albeit as a protectorate of the Seleucids. Gradually, their influence has declined, enabling Philaeterus to lead Pergamon into a new golden age of culture and learning, building an impressive acropolis and a temple Athena, Pergamon’s patron goddess. However, Pergamon is not yet a kingdom in the truest sense, and the time is right for expansion beyond its current borders. There are new threats to be faced from Galatia and duplicitous, expansionist Pontus and Cappadocia. Pergamon must be strong to meet these growing threats to its sovereignty, it must show them how a true Successor state survives.

Faction Name Pergamon

Campaign main_rome

Culture rom_Hellenistic

Subculture sc_rom_greek

Military Group pergamon

Faction Group rom_faction_group_black_sea

Faction Group

Black Sea Colonies
The people of the Black Sea worked hard to change the name of the Unhospitable Sea to Hospitable one.

Political Parties

Royal Philoi
The first and honoured friends of the King, chosen by him on merit to advise on matters of state. Experienced and trustworthy, they are capable of ruling in his stead if necessary.

Attalid Dynasty
The eunuch ruler of Pergamon, Philaeterus, inherited the city following the murder of his benefactor, Seleucus Nicator. A benevolent ruler, he governs with intelligence and wisdom.